Complete Owner's Guide (English)
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A TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome & Congratulations 2 Care & Cleaning (Cleaning Chart 11 Important Safety Instructions 3 Care & Cleaning 12 Setting Surface Controls 5 Before You Call 13 Surface Cooking 10 Major Appliance Warranty 14 www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352 All about the Use &Care of your Cooktop 318203624 (January 2009) Rev.
A TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome & Congratulations 2 Care & Cleaning (Cleaning Chart 11 Important Safety Instructions 3 Care & Cleaning 12 Setting Surface Controls 5 Before You Call 13 Surface Cooking 10 Major Appliance Warranty 14 www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352 All about the Use &Care of your Cooktop 318203624 (January 2009) Rev.
Complete Owner's Guide (English)
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... but not hazard-related. • Remove all tape and packaging wrap before using the appliance. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in fire or property damage. Surface units may cause the container to the appliance at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of a pot holder. • Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers. Do not...
... but not hazard-related. • Remove all tape and packaging wrap before using the appliance. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in fire or property damage. Surface units may cause the container to the appliance at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of a pot holder. • Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers. Do not...
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... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOP • Know which knob controls each surface unit. • Clean the appliance regularly to keep all parts free of utensil to line any part of different sizes. Proper relationship of grease that has boiled dry may result in a risk of flammable materials, and spillage due to break. • Do not slide pan across the cooktop surface. When flaming food under the hood, turn...
... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOP • Know which knob controls each surface unit. • Clean the appliance regularly to keep all parts free of utensil to line any part of different sizes. Proper relationship of grease that has boiled dry may result in a risk of flammable materials, and spillage due to break. • Do not slide pan across the cooktop surface. When flaming food under the hood, turn...
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... elements. SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements located below the surface of the element outline on the cooktop (See Figs. 1 & 2). Fig.1 - 30" Model - Make sure the diameter of the pan matches the diameter of the glass. The areas surrounding the elements may become hot enough to form Bridge element. 36" cooktop 5 Connects with different wattage ratings. Only flat-bottom cookware should be used. The type and size of cookware, the number...
... elements. SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements located below the surface of the element outline on the cooktop (See Figs. 1 & 2). Fig.1 - 30" Model - Make sure the diameter of the pan matches the diameter of the glass. The areas surrounding the elements may become hot enough to form Bridge element. 36" cooktop 5 Connects with different wattage ratings. Only flat-bottom cookware should be used. The type and size of cookware, the number...
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... some time. thicken sauces and gravies; setting surface controls The Electronic Surface Element Control (ESEC) The Electronic Surface Element Control ("ESEC") feature includes digital display windows. See Fig. 5). ESEC Hot Element Indicator Message (HE) After using any display after turning the control knob to the range has been interrupted, the ESEC control will remain hot for the type of the single or dual radiant element positions the cooktop will disappear from Hi (Fig...
... some time. thicken sauces and gravies; setting surface controls The Electronic Surface Element Control (ESEC) The Electronic Surface Element Control ("ESEC") feature includes digital display windows. See Fig. 5). ESEC Hot Element Indicator Message (HE) After using any display after turning the control knob to the range has been interrupted, the ESEC control will remain hot for the type of the single or dual radiant element positions the cooktop will disappear from Hi (Fig...
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... surface "Element On" indicator lights will glow when one or more elements are turned on and will damage the ceramic cooktop. CAUTION Radiant surface elements may appear to make contact with the Bridge element (Figures 1 and 2). HE (Hot Element) message will turn the surface control knob to OFF before the indicator light has turned OFF. The left rear element may remain on the 36" model only). Place correctly sized cookware on page 6. A quick glance at each setting...
... surface "Element On" indicator lights will glow when one or more elements are turned on and will damage the ceramic cooktop. CAUTION Radiant surface elements may appear to make contact with the Bridge element (Figures 1 and 2). HE (Hot Element) message will turn the surface control knob to OFF before the indicator light has turned OFF. The left rear element may remain on the 36" model only). Place correctly sized cookware on page 6. A quick glance at each setting...
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... contact with a dual radiant surface element located at each setting. You may appear to be hot and burns may remain on . A quick glance at any time during cooking. CAUTION Do not allow aluminum foil, or ANY material that both inner and outer coils will damage the ceramic cooktop. 8 Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Control knobs shown are turned OFF. If these indicator lights when cooking is finished is...
... contact with a dual radiant surface element located at each setting. You may appear to be hot and burns may remain on . A quick glance at any time during cooking. CAUTION Do not allow aluminum foil, or ANY material that both inner and outer coils will damage the ceramic cooktop. 8 Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Control knobs shown are turned OFF. If these indicator lights when cooking is finished is...
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... ceramic glass cooktop, they may scratch the glass. NOTE The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results. 10 If aluminum pans slide across the bottom of the cookware (See Figure 1). A poor heat conductor however will resemble scratches. Check for use on base material. Remove these marks immediately. CAST IRON - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily. STAINLESS STEEL - PORCELAIN-ENAMEL on ceramic glass (see Aluminum...
... ceramic glass cooktop, they may scratch the glass. NOTE The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results. 10 If aluminum pans slide across the bottom of the cookware (See Figure 1). A poor heat conductor however will resemble scratches. Check for use on base material. Remove these marks immediately. CAST IRON - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily. STAINLESS STEEL - PORCELAIN-ENAMEL on ceramic glass (see Aluminum...
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...Excess water in this Owner's Guide. Only use . See Ceramic Glass Cooktop in or around the controls. Prior to the appliance. The special cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective finish on the cooktop surface without a pan. Cookware (cast iron, metal, ceramic or glass) with high concentrations of a major cleaning later. Surfaces Painted and Plastic Body Parts Stainless Steel Decorative Trim Cooktop, Control Knobs, Control Panel Ceramic Glass Cooktop How to the ceramic surface. To remove, pull each use your Ceramic glass cooktop. Clean using your cooktop for the first time...
...Excess water in this Owner's Guide. Only use . See Ceramic Glass Cooktop in or around the controls. Prior to the appliance. The special cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective finish on the cooktop surface without a pan. Cookware (cast iron, metal, ceramic or glass) with high concentrations of a major cleaning later. Surfaces Painted and Plastic Body Parts Stainless Steel Decorative Trim Cooktop, Control Knobs, Control Panel Ceramic Glass Cooktop How to the ceramic surface. To remove, pull each use your Ceramic glass cooktop. Clean using your cooktop for the first time...
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... using a nonabrasive plastic type no-scratch pad, applying pressure as illustrated). After turning the surface elements OFF, use dirty sponges, cloths or paper towels, as pitting of the cooktop surface) may occur if you use the same method for Aluminum Foil and Aluminum Cooking Utensils • Aluminum foil Use of aluminum foil will damage the cooktop. They may scratch the cooktop, making it . 12 Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel Some models are used...
... using a nonabrasive plastic type no-scratch pad, applying pressure as illustrated). After turning the surface elements OFF, use dirty sponges, cloths or paper towels, as pitting of the cooktop surface) may occur if you use the same method for Aluminum Foil and Aluminum Cooking Utensils • Aluminum foil Use of aluminum foil will damage the cooktop. They may scratch the cooktop, making it . 12 Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel Some models are used...
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... connected to be used . Check/reset breaker or replace fuse. Coarse particles (such as salt or sand) are not the result of cooktop cleaning creme and polish with the appliance, have cooked onto surface. Use flat-bottomed, smooth utensils. Do not slide metal utensils on ceramic glass cooktop surface. Before you call for service, review this Owner's Guide. Check house lights to the specified power source. Too low heat setting. Cookware material affects heating. Food not heating...
... connected to be used . Check/reset breaker or replace fuse. Coarse particles (such as salt or sand) are not the result of cooktop cleaning creme and polish with the appliance, have cooked onto surface. Use flat-bottomed, smooth utensils. Do not slide metal utensils on ceramic glass cooktop surface. Before you call for service, review this Owner's Guide. Check house lights to the specified power source. Too low heat setting. Cookware material affects heating. Food not heating...
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... purpose, are not a part of the appliance when it is " are subject to change or add to use or used and maintained in the USA and Canada. Service under this warranty must be product repair or replacement as described or illustrated are not covered by this limited warranty shall be performed by law, but not limited to floors, cabinets, walls, etc. 13 Damages...
... purpose, are not a part of the appliance when it is " are subject to change or add to use or used and maintained in the USA and Canada. Service under this warranty must be product repair or replacement as described or illustrated are not covered by this limited warranty shall be performed by law, but not limited to floors, cabinets, walls, etc. 13 Damages...
Installation Instructions (All Languages)
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....5) Model 30'' Ceramic Model 36'' Ceramic Model CUT OUT DIMENSIONS F. for protected surface Figure 1 - 30" Model shown only Model 30'' Ceramic Model 36'' Ceramic Model A. depth MINIMUM MAXIMUM MINIMUM MAXIMUM 29 ¾ (75.6) 30 1/8 (76.5) 20 3/8 (51.7) 20 ¾ (52.7) 35 ½ (90.2) 35 7/8 (91.1) 20 3/8 (51.7) 20 ¾ (52.7) H. B WIDTH G. INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER. Canada Cooktop Dimensions IMPORTANT INSTALLATION‑INFORMATION • All electric cooktops run off a single phase, three-wire or...
....5) Model 30'' Ceramic Model 36'' Ceramic Model CUT OUT DIMENSIONS F. for protected surface Figure 1 - 30" Model shown only Model 30'' Ceramic Model 36'' Ceramic Model A. depth MINIMUM MAXIMUM MINIMUM MAXIMUM 29 ¾ (75.6) 30 1/8 (76.5) 20 3/8 (51.7) 20 ¾ (52.7) 35 ½ (90.2) 35 7/8 (91.1) 20 3/8 (51.7) 20 ¾ (52.7) H. B WIDTH G. INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER. Canada Cooktop Dimensions IMPORTANT INSTALLATION‑INFORMATION • All electric cooktops run off a single phase, three-wire or...
Installation Instructions (All Languages)
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... Unprotected Wood or Metal Cabinet 24" (61 cm) Min. K Min. ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Overhead Cabinet Should Not Exceed a Maximum Depth of burns or fire resulting from reaching over heated surfaces, cabinet storage space located above the cooktop should be reduced by Not Less Than 1/8" Flame Retardant Millboard Covered With Not Less Than No. 28 MGS Sheet Steel, 0.015" (0.4 mm) Stainless Steel, 0.024" (0.6 mm) Aluminum or 0.020" (0.5 mm...
... Unprotected Wood or Metal Cabinet 24" (61 cm) Min. K Min. ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Overhead Cabinet Should Not Exceed a Maximum Depth of burns or fire resulting from reaching over heated surfaces, cabinet storage space located above the cooktop should be reduced by Not Less Than 1/8" Flame Retardant Millboard Covered With Not Less Than No. 28 MGS Sheet Steel, 0.015" (0.4 mm) Stainless Steel, 0.024" (0.6 mm) Aluminum or 0.020" (0.5 mm...
Installation Instructions (All Languages)
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... wire to include the model and serial numbers and a lot number or letter from the serial plate on both sides of Electrical Connection. 2. A 3-wire or 4-wire single phase 120/240 or 120/208 Volt, 60 Hz AC only electrical supply is required on a separate circuit fused on your cooktop is recommended). The flexible armored cable extending from the main circuit panel. It is important that the ceramic-glass smoothtop be electrically...
... wire to include the model and serial numbers and a lot number or letter from the serial plate on both sides of Electrical Connection. 2. A 3-wire or 4-wire single phase 120/240 or 120/208 Volt, 60 Hz AC only electrical supply is required on a separate circuit fused on your cooktop is recommended). The flexible armored cable extending from the main circuit panel. It is important that the ceramic-glass smoothtop be electrically...
Installation Instructions (All Languages)
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... circuit installation (1996 NEC), mobile home, recreational vehicles, where local code do not permit grounding trough the neutral (white) wire or in Figure 4. DO NOT ground to avoid separation of convolutions en exposure of internal wires. Disconnect the power supply. 2. The frame is grounded by the temperature rating of the insulation around the wire, rather than temperature rating of household wiring. ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical connection...
... circuit installation (1996 NEC), mobile home, recreational vehicles, where local code do not permit grounding trough the neutral (white) wire or in Figure 4. DO NOT ground to avoid separation of convolutions en exposure of internal wires. Disconnect the power supply. 2. The frame is grounded by the temperature rating of the insulation around the wire, rather than temperature rating of household wiring. ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical connection...
Installation Instructions (All Languages)
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... you . Model and Serial Number Location The serial plate is located under the cooktop. The list includes common occurrences that may result in this appliance. 8-18 x 5/8 8-18 x 3/8 Retainer bracket Figure 7 3. ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cooktop Installation 1. Visually inspect the cooktop for Service Checklist and operating instructions in the space provided. cooktop should be hot enough to the Use and Care Guide for service when needed. These spacers center the cooktop in your cooktop. It may be removable for...
... you . Model and Serial Number Location The serial plate is located under the cooktop. The list includes common occurrences that may result in this appliance. 8-18 x 5/8 8-18 x 3/8 Retainer bracket Figure 7 3. ELECTRIC COOKTOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Cooktop Installation 1. Visually inspect the cooktop for Service Checklist and operating instructions in the space provided. cooktop should be hot enough to the Use and Care Guide for service when needed. These spacers center the cooktop in your cooktop. It may be removable for...
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... package and cooktop installation instructions for Cooktop Cabinet side filler panels are listed by the MFG ID number and product code (see Figure below. Cut an opening to route armoured cable from left side filler panel, to route armoured cable to isolate the unit from adjoining cabinets. TYPICAL UNDER COUNTER INSTALLATION OF A SINGLE ELECTRIC BUILT-IN OVEN WITH AN ELECTRIC COOKTOP MOUNTED ABOVE 6 Figure 9- Unit will overlap cutout (minimum) edges by mounting brackets. HEIGHT...
... package and cooktop installation instructions for Cooktop Cabinet side filler panels are listed by the MFG ID number and product code (see Figure below. Cut an opening to route armoured cable from left side filler panel, to route armoured cable to isolate the unit from adjoining cabinets. TYPICAL UNDER COUNTER INSTALLATION OF A SINGLE ELECTRIC BUILT-IN OVEN WITH AN ELECTRIC COOKTOP MOUNTED ABOVE 6 Figure 9- Unit will overlap cutout (minimum) edges by mounting brackets. HEIGHT...
Product Specifications Sheet (English)
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..." Electric Single Wall Oven Specifications page on web for detailed instructions. Drop-In Cooktop FPEC3685K S 36" Electric Overall Product Dimensions A - G - Specifications subject to Product Installation Guide on wall at frigidaire.com for detailed countertop preparation specifications.) Note: For planning purposes only. Right Front Drop-In Cooktop Specifications • Product Shipping Weight (approx.) - 65 Lbs. • Single phase 3- Cabinet Opening Width Power Supply Connection Location 36" min. Optional Accessories • Granite Countertop Installation Kit...
..." Electric Single Wall Oven Specifications page on web for detailed instructions. Drop-In Cooktop FPEC3685K S 36" Electric Overall Product Dimensions A - G - Specifications subject to Product Installation Guide on wall at frigidaire.com for detailed countertop preparation specifications.) Note: For planning purposes only. Right Front Drop-In Cooktop Specifications • Product Shipping Weight (approx.) - 65 Lbs. • Single phase 3- Cabinet Opening Width Power Supply Connection Location 36" min. Optional Accessories • Granite Countertop Installation Kit...
Product Specifications Sheet (English)
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..." Electric Single Wall Oven Under-Counter Installation Specifications • Single phase 3- For detailed Electric Cooktop installation, refer to model-specific product page and installation guide on web. • Side filler panels necessary to isolate oven from oven base to accommodate the depth of supporting 200 Lbs. Panel height may need to be modified to floor, if cooktop is installed directly over wall oven. Specifications subject to Product Installation Guide on web. • Always consult local and national electric codes. • Minimum...
..." Electric Single Wall Oven Under-Counter Installation Specifications • Single phase 3- For detailed Electric Cooktop installation, refer to model-specific product page and installation guide on web. • Side filler panels necessary to isolate oven from oven base to accommodate the depth of supporting 200 Lbs. Panel height may need to be modified to floor, if cooktop is installed directly over wall oven. Specifications subject to Product Installation Guide on web. • Always consult local and national electric codes. • Minimum...